Welder

Job Description

Job Description

WELDERFULL BENEFIT PACKAGE AVAILABLE AND AN OPPORTUNITY TO EARN UP TO 10% OF YOUR WAGES WITH OUR YEAR-END BONUS PROGRAMPLUSA $2,000.00 HIRING BONUSMUST BE HIRED BEFORE AUGUST 31 TO BE ELIGIBLEStarting Pay: $25.00/Hour - $30.00/HourWorking Schedule and Conditions:Eight (8) hour days, Monday - FridayOccasional daily overtime and weekend work required Must work outside in varying temperatures and weather conditions, and daylight or darknessDuties occasionally performed indoorsDuties occasionally performed in confined spacesWorking on barge decks, barge covers, and in the cargo hold (hopper)Essential Functions:Handle and use equipment and tools necessary to prep, weld, and repair bargesPreference will be given to individuals proficient in stick and wire feed weldingPreference will be given to individuals with the ability to weld in overhead, flat, and/or vertical locationsAdditional Functions: Assist with barge cleaning as directedHandle lines and rigging to moor barges to docks and other bargesVisually inspect tanks for excess waterOperate pumps to remove excess water from tanks Operate Company equipmentPerform other job duties as assignedMust be able to work well independently or as part of a teamPhysical Demands:Climbing ladders and stairsStanding for extended periods of timeEntering and working in confined spacesRepetitive bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and stretching Lifting equipment ranging from less than ten (10lbs) to weights in excess of one hundred (100 lbs) pounds Walking on steel decks for extended periods of timePersonal Protection Equipment (PPE): The use of PPE is required. Required PPE is provided by the Company. Must be able to wear: Personal flotation devicesGlovesSteel-toed bootsHard hatsEar and eye protectionWelding protective equipmentWeather dictated clothingEquipment designed to prevent inhaling of foreign substancesUpper River Services is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.